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Popular Neighborhoods in Dallas, TX

McKinney

Picturesque rustic McKinney is a throwback to frontier Texas, with the benefit of being a half hour from downtown Dallas. Rife with vineyards, breweries, and hiking trails, it’s a great place for morning workouts followed by rewarding afternoon libations.

Uptown

Glitzy, glamorous Uptown is the place to see and be seen for the 20-something set of young professionals fresh off the campuses of UT and SMU. The area has a number of new mid- and high-rise apartments surrounded by many upscale bars and gourmet restaurants.

Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn is a diverse community nestled between bustling Uptown and the ritzy Park Cities. The area is home to one of the biggest pride festivals in the U.S., and features many boutique shops, hole-in-the-wall dives, and the stunning Katy Trail along Turtle Creek.

Downtown

Not long ago, Downtown was all business. Now, its new apartment buildings, great shopping, restaurants galore, and a non-existent commute Downtown make the city center an attractive destination for the city’s young professionals.

Plano

15 miles north of downtown Dallas sits tony Plano, with its lavish mansions, high-end shopping, and elite schools. Residents are proud of their town, and will thank you to not group Plano in with the rest of the DFW Metroplex.

Frisco

Frisco is a rapidly expanding Dallas suburb about 30 minutes north of downtown. Its tree-lined streets and cookie cutter homes surround a quaint downtown reminiscent of small-town Texas—if small-town Texas also came with a 300,000 square-foot Ikea.

Victory Park

Victory Park is where you’ll find American Airlines Center, home to the Mavericks and Stars, making it an ideal spot for Dallas sports fans. Sports not your thing? Get some culture at the nearby Design District or visit newly built Perot Museum of Nature and Science.

Old East Dallas

Old East Dallas is adjacent to swanky Uptown, but is a world away in terms of personality, thanks in large part to its thriving arts scene, hip live music venues, and a diverse array of fresh and inventive new restaurants, many with international influences.

Lake Highlands

Lake Highlands is ideal for those seeking a tight-knit suburban community with a short commute to downtown. The area is known for its fantastic school district, older historic homes, and rolling parks frequented by the many families who call it home.